Director - Client Solutions Lead The Team: The Global Intelligence and Analytics (GIA) consulting team supports our customers with a horizonal view of the geographies, sectors, and environments that shape the world in which they, their suppliers, and their customers operate. Our consultants design unique solutions drawing on an unparalleled breadth of data and insight spanning economic indicators and forecasts, geopolitical risk and global trade; this role presents an exciting opportunity to be at the forefront of shaping our customers’ strategies and planning. The candidate will be engaged in project management, including researching and providing guidance on economic transition planning and development, primarily supporting economic impact and scenario analysis, and developing solutions supported by fellow consultants, best-in-class researchers, subject matter experts, and data and analytics teams. The Impact: You will be at the forefront of managing project deliverables, managing client expectations, and working with commercial colleagues to support new business development. The Middle East is our fastest growing region with the most diverse client set, spanning government ministries, industrial/manufacturing, energy, technology, and mining firms, to name a few. Our client’s partner with us for insight and expertise to help shape their economic transition planning, macro/microeconomic reform initiatives, and trade policies; to support growth strategies, identify operating risks, and communicate the economic and social impact of these initiatives to their stakeholders. What’s in it for you: Be an integral part of the development, management, and growth of the Middle East regional capability for economic development and planning, impact and scenario analysis, project delivery, and presentations for government ministries, multi-national corporations, and financial institutions Actively engage multi-discipline research teams from across the S&P Global enterprise to enhance Global Intelligence & Analytics Consulting deliverables and offerings. Our consulting group is unique in having consultants from all our practice areas (economics, risk, trade, and supply chain; as part of this team, you will have development opportunities by working on projects across all our capability areas and sectors You will be part of a team and environment that fosters innovation, encouraging you to bring new ideas and methodological approaches With this role you will have the opportunity to manage large scale projects, shape the solution and then lead in delivering the work, frequently in collaboration with a world class team of experts and an unparalleled breadth of proprietary models and data from across our business Responsibilities: Project management activities including an internal, and more importantly external, project leadership role Conceptualizing our technical approach and methods and communicating this in presentations, proposals and pitches to prospective clients Conducting in-depth economic analysis, socio-economic impact assessments, and macro/microeconomic scenario research in the context of economic transformation Conducting and supporting econometric modeling and forecasting Present methodological process and project findings to clients, lead analysis and reporting of insights, and provide technical support tailored to client needs and expectations Provide support to our commercial team in building a pipeline of business in the region focused on economic analysis including development, planning, scenarios and impact analysis What We’re Looking For: PhD or master's degree minimum in Economics, with 5-10 years of work experience Expertise in economic development and planning, exposure to macroeconomic modeling and research, economic impact, and scenario (what-if) analysis. Mathematical aptitude required with a strong ability to deal with scaled datasets and interpreting economic data Intellectually curious, collaborative, and positive can-do attitude; strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to communicate complex economic concepts and models in a clear and concise manner to clients and internal stakeholders Excellent interpersonal skills with an ability to build effective internal and external relationships across multiple stakeholders to effectively manage projects and win new business Proven project management skills Technical capabilities and knowledge Fluent Arabic speaker Travel requirement – travel throughout the ME region will be an integral part of the role for both BD efforts and project management activities Flexible Working: We pride ourselves on our agility and diversity, and we welcome requests for work flexibly. For most roles, flexible hours and/or an element of remote working are usually possible. Please speak with us at interview about the type of arrangement that is best for you. We will always try to accommodate wherever we can. Return to Work: Have you taken time out for caring responsibilities and are now looking to return to work? As part of our Return-to-Work initiative, we are encouraging enthusiastic and talented returners to apply, and will actively support your return to the workplace. Grade/Level (relevant for internal applicants only): GL13 The Location: Dubai About Company Statement: S&P Global delivers essential intelligence that powers decision making. We provide the world’s leading organizations with the right data, connected technologies and expertise they need to move ahead. As part of our team, you’ll help solve complex challenges that equip businesses, governments, and individuals with the knowledge to adapt to a changing economic landscape. S&P Global Market Intelligence partners with customers to broaden their perspective and operate with confidence by bringing them leading data sources and technologies that embed insight in their daily work. ----------------------------------------------------------- Equal Opportunity Employer S&P Global is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, military veteran status, unemployment status, or any other status protected by law. Only electronic job submissions will be considered for employment. If you need an accommodation during the application process due to a disability, please send an email to:?EEO.Compliance@spglobal.com?and your request will be forwarded to the appropriate person.? 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